January 21
Nigeria: Abduction - Kaduna Villagers Recount Ordeal
Residents of Kurmin Wali village in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State have narrated how bandits attacked their community on Sunday and abducted many persons. Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Daily - May 29, 1999: the Day General Abdulsalami Handed Power to Obasanjo
On May 29, 1999, Nigeria witnessed a historic transfer of power as General Abdulsalami Abubakar formally handed over leadership to Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, ending more than 15… Read more »
Liberia: Opral Benson in Liberia, Not Missing - Family
The family of Opral Benson, the Iya Oge of Lagos, has dismissed reports that she is missing, saying she is currently in Liberia. Read more »
Nigeria: NEDC, NALV Train 600 Tsangaya Teachers in N/East
The Nigeria Arabic Language Village, Ngala (NALV), Borno State, in collaboration with the North East Development Commission (NEDC), has commenced training and empowerment of 600… Read more »
Nigeria: Kwara Poly Shut As Police Teargas Students Over NYSC Camp Relocation
Tension gripped Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, on Tuesday after police officers fired tear gas at students protesting the relocation of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)… Read more »
Nigeria: NBTI Attracted Over £1.5m Investment for Innovators in One Year - DG
The National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) has helped Nigerian innovators attract £1.5 million in foreign investment within one year. Read more »
Nigeria: Tunji-Ojo Warns Against Illegal Charges for Passport
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has criticised delays in passport processing and warned against illegal charges during an unannounced inspection of the Nigerian… Read more »
Nigeria: 11 Killed in Edo Auto Crash
Eleven people have died in an accident that occurred at Okhuahe community on the Benin-Agbor Road, Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area of Edo State. Read more »
Nigeria: Atiku Wades in As Supporters, Obidients Clash Over ADC Ticket
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has moved to calm rising tensions within the opposition coalition after sharp exchanges erupted between his supporters and backers of former… Read more »
January 20
Nigeria: Court Adjourns Trial of Anthony Joshua's Driver
The Sagamu Magistrate Court in Ogun has adjourned the trial of Adeniyi Kayode, the 46-year-old driver involved in the fatal accident that killed Nigerian-born boxing star Anthony… Read more »
Nigeria: Cybercrime Against Tinubu - Sowore, Re-Arraigned, Trial for Jan 22
A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed January 22 for the definite trial of activist, Omoyele Sowore, in the amended Cyberbullying charges brought against him by the Department of… Read more »
Nigeria: IMF Raises Nigeria's Economic Growth to 4.4 Percent
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised Nigeria's economic growth to 4.4 percent in 2026, from 4.2 percent in 2025, amidst impact of ongoing government reforms and… Read more »
Nigeria: Cocoa Beans, Urea, Others Lead As Non-Oil Exports Hit $6.1bn in 2025
Nigeria's non-oil exports has surged to $6.1 billion in 2025, representing an 11.5 per cent increase from the $5.4 billion recorded in 2024, the Nigerian Export Promotion Council… Read more »
Nigeria: River Park - Court Strikes Out Criminal Charges Against Ghanaian Investors, Lawyer
An FCT High Court in Gwarinpa has struck out the criminal charges brought against Ghanaian investors and owners of JonahCapital Ltd led by Sam Jonah and four others over the River… Read more »
Nigeria: Chief Imam of Ilorin Laid to Rest Amid Tears
Ilorin stood still on Tuesday as thousands of mourners flooded the forecourt of the Emir of Ilorin's palace for the final burial rites of the Chief Imam of Ilorin, Sheikh Muhammad… Read more »
Africa: Face of Africa 2026 - Gov Lawal Accepts Leadership Nomination
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has expressed gratitude following his nomination for the 2026 Face of Africa Leadership Awards, organised by Triangle International Magazine. Read more »
Nigeria: Tanker Diesel Spill Causes Commotion in Lagos
A tanker carrying diesel crashed at Liverpool Bridge in the Apapa area of Lagos on Monday morning, sparking widespread commotion and attracting a large crowd. Read more »
Nigeria: No One Was Kidnapped in Kajuru - Police Commissioner, Council Chairman
Kaduna State Police Commissioner, Alhaji Muhammad Rabiu, has described the reported Kadnap of over 100 worshippers at Kajuru, as mere falsehood which is being peddled by conflict… Read more »
Nigeria: Halilu Rallies Naseni Workforce, Charts Bold Innovation Path for 2026
In a renewed demonstration of inclusive leadership and institutional transparency, the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Agency for Science and… Read more »
Nigeria: Iwundu's Brace Sinks Kun Khalifat in Rescheduled NPFL Match
Enugu Rangers striker Chidozie Iwundu hit a brace to lead the 'Flying Antelopes" to a convincing 2-1 win at Kun Khalifat in the rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL)… Read more »
Nigeria: NSC Hails Oyedeji On Election As World Olympians Association Secretary General
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has congratulated former Nigerian basketball icon and sports administrator, Olumide Oyedeji, on his election as the Secretary General of the… Read more »
Nigeria: Ekiti Governorship - INEC Excludes PDP Candidate From Final List
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released the final list of 12 candidates qualified to contest the Ekiti State governorship election scheduled for June 20,… Read more »
Nigeria: Coach Chelle Has Done Exceedingly Well - Gusau
The president of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, said Eric Chelle has done excellently well since his appointment as Super Eagles Head Coach about a… Read more »
Nigeria: Omission of Shettima's Picture On APC Poster Causes Uproar
The All Progressives Congress (APC) is again contending with internal unease over the political future of Vice President Kashim Shettima ahead of the 2027 general elections,… Read more »
Nigeria: NAF Airstrikes Kill 50 Bandits in Katsina-Kano Axis
At least 50 bandits operating around Musawa, Matazu and Danmusa local government areas of Katsina State, as well as the Tsanyawa axis of Kano State, have been killed in an air… Read more »
